Downtown Akron Partnership

The Lockview offers 13 different takes on the grilled cheese sandwich. Eat this classic sandwich with a side of hand-cut fries or The Lockview’s homemade tomato soup for dipping.

207 S Main St
Akron, OH 44308
Telephone: (330) 252-5128

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Akron Zoo Sets New Attendance RecordFounded in 1953, the Akron Zoo is a non-profit, world conservation zoo with more than 2,000 animals from around the world. Located just west of Downtown Akron, the zoo strives to connect your life to wildlife while inspiring lifelong learning and conservation action. The Akron Zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). With its more than 200 accredited members, AZA is a leader in global wildlife conservation, and your link to helping animals in their native habitats.

Business Leaders Launch Inaugural Business Growth Symposium to Accelerate Company Growth in Greater Akron featuring Breeze Airways President and CEO David NeelemanIn Greater Akron, the future of the region’s economy is being shaped by companies in growth mode. Now, local business leaders are coming together to fuel that momentum.

Summit County Encouraged to Show Local Pride on 330 Shirt DayThe Akron/Summit Convention & Visitors Bureau (ASCVB) is calling on residents and businesses across Summit County to show off their hometown pride on 330 Shirt Day, Monday, March 30, 2026.

In addition to funding from downtown business and property owners, Downtown Akron Partnership receives support from the following philanthropic organizations.